OBITUARIES

William H. Forga

William H. Forga

Jun 21, 2024

William H. "Bill" Forga, age 80 of Vadnais Heights, passed away June 21, 2024.

Preceded in death by wife, Patricia.

Survived by children, Renee (Robert) Kassube, Kristine Inks (Mike Maw) and Bill (Nonna) Forga; grandchildren, Erinn (Bobby), Sarah, Emily, Kyle (Lexie), Ryan (Erika), Ashley (Mike), Nikki, Reggie (Amanda), and Wynonna (Mike); brother, Mike Forga; great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

Funeral service...

Charles E. Wollmering

Charles E. Wollmering

Jun 21, 2024

Charles Edward "Chuck" Wollmering, a resident of Green House Village, Roseville, formerly of St. Paul, and born and raised in Hastings, MN. Chuck passed away peacefully at home on June 21, 2024 surrounded by his family after a brief and courageous battle with cancer.

He was a beloved and devoted husband, father, papa, pop, teacher, SPPS principal, Metro State Adjunct Professor,...

Joanne M. Rogowski

Joanne M. Rogowski

Jun 20, 2024

Joanne Marie Rogowski (Westaby), age 88, peacefully passed away on June 20, 2024. Her lifelong love of family was honored to the end with family members gathered at her side

She was born November 19, 1935, in Stanley, Wisconsin, to James and Gladys Westaby, After graduating High School she married Stanley Rogowski, and they began the family to which she devoted...

Charlotte J. Boche

Charlotte J. Boche

Jun 20, 2024

Age 69 of Roseville, died peacefully in her sleep on June 20, 2024.

Preceded in death by her parents, Clarence “Tiny” and Margaret "Maggy" Alsip.

Survived by loving husband of 45 years, Christian; sons, Dan (Laura), Bill (Holly), and Mike; grandchildren, Ada, Beau, and Harrison; sister, Barbara Szenasi; brother, Chris Alsip.

Char was a beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and friend.

She had a...

Judith R. Monson

Judith R. Monson

Jun 17, 2024

Judith Rochelle Monson, 84 years old, of St. Paul, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at Regions Hospital on June 17, 2024 surrounded by her sister, friends, and her beloved Tibetan terrier, Percy.

Judith (aka Judy, aka Jude) was born May 24, 1940 in Oakland, Nebraska, to John and Ethel Monson and 3-year old sister, Myrna. She was proud of her Swedish heritage...

Joanne M. Cushman

Joanne M. Cushman

Jun 16, 2024

Joanne Marie (Fay) Cushman passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on June 16, 2024, at age 91. She was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on July 8, 1932, to Ruth (nee Anderson) and Harry B. Fay. 

She was preceded in death by her former husband, William H. Cushman. She is survived by her daughters, Fay Cushman, Linda (John) Fearing; son, Thomas...

Gary Richard Kunz

Gary Richard Kunz

Jun 14, 2024

Age 68, of St. Paul, passed away on June 14, 2024. 

He is survived by step-daughter, Lisa (Jim) Manke; step-grandchildren, Ryan (Erika), Danielle, Jenna (Ben); brothers, Steven (Pat) Kunz, Mark (Melissa) Kunz; niece, Kelley (Jon) Crosbie; and nephew, Kendal Kunz. 

He was preceded in death by his wife, Judy, and parents, Richard and Doris Kunz. 

Memorial Service 1:30 PM Tuesday, July 9 at...

Theresa Dorothy Bilder

Theresa Dorothy Bilder

Jun 14, 2024

(née Stauffer)

Age 67, of St. Paul. Passed away peacefully on June 14, 2024. 

Theresa was a mother, wife, sister, and friend. 

She is preceded in death by her mother and father.

Survived by her husband, John Bilder; her three boys, Marcel, Jeremy, and Nathaniel; her granddaughter, Emma; grandson, John and his mother, Charity; her adopted granddaughters, Jamilla, Brittney, and Tiffany; adopted sons, Jerry...

Jeane R. Taylor

Jeane R. Taylor

Jun 14, 2024

Age 74, of Chisago City, passed away on June 14, 2024.

Preceded in death by parents, Karl Neumann & Irene May; and brothers, Fred Pohl & Karl Neumann, Jr. 

Survived by husband, Gary Taylor; children, Dean (Kerri) Rude, Michaelene Rude, Colleen Rude; grandchildren, Aricka, Shannon, Adam; great grandchildren, Sophia, Fallon, Emma, Bella, Winnie, Hazel, Aaliyah & Adam, Jr. 

Visitation 10:00 - 11:00 am...

Cynthia Anne Erickson

Cynthia Anne Erickson

Jun 13, 2024

Cynthia "Cindy" Erickson (née Hooper), of the Twin Cities and Faribault, Minnesota died on June 13, 2024 in Roseville, Minnesota at the age of 84.

Born on August 1, 1939, in St. Paul Minnesota, to Dr. Robert Donald and Florence Hooper (née Thiss); Cindy lived, worked, and traveled throughout Minnesota, Arizona, Alaska and many locations in between. 

Cindy was preceded in death...

Mark D. Keller

Mark D. Keller

Jun 9, 2024

Mark Keller passed away on June 9, 2024, at the age of 64. 

Survived by mother, Mary McCoy; siblings, Richard (Gerri) Keller, Jim (Eileen) Keller, Cindy (Ed) Ochoa, and Peggy (Tyler) Erickson; nephews, Rich, Stephen, Reese, and Connor; nieces, Jessica, Kristen, Michelle, and Robyne. 

Preceded in death by father, Richard Keller. 

Mark was a sweet son, a supportive brother, and a giving friend....

Michael H. Muehlbauer

Michael H. Muehlbauer

Jun 8, 2024

Michael H. Muehlbauer, age 84, of Circle Pines, MN, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2024. 

Born on July 1, 1939, in Pittsburgh, PA, Mike was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose life was marked by love, loyalty, and a deep sense of duty. 

Mike was married to his beloved wife, Norma, for over 57 years. Together, they built a...

Richard G. Roller

Richard G. Roller

Jun 6, 2024

Richard G. Roller passed away on June 6, 2024 at the age of 92 in Maplewood, MN.Devoted husband of seventy years to wife, Irene, and loving father to Steven Roller and Sherri (Roller) Deem. Also survived by five grandchildren and one great-grandchild.Growing up in St. Paul, he graduated from Mechanics Arts H.S. After serving in the Air Force for four...

David A. Blomster

David A. Blomster

Jun 5, 2024

David A. Blomster, age 59 of Vadnais Heights, passed away June 5, 2024.Survived by mother, Judy Berggren; siblings, Debra (Paul) Hautamaa, Tim (Michelle) Berggren and Diana Brasch; nephew, Tyler; and nieces, Stephanie, Olivia, Aly, Lily, Elise and Julia.Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 AM Tuesday, June 18 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 380 E. Little Canada Rd, Little Canada....

Gregory R. Wagner

Gregory R. Wagner

Jun 5, 2024

Greg Robert Wagner, age 74, was born December 10, 1949, and passed away at home on June 5, 2024.Preceded in death by his father, Robert; mother, Geraldine; her second husband, H. Allen Mann; and sister, Ann Dedman.Survived by wife of 53 years, Katie; son, Steve (Brenda); daughter, Tracy (Chris) Gatten; grandchildren, Nathan, Abigael, Kelan and Arietta (to whom he was known...

Patricia G. (Simones) Sullivan

Patricia G. (Simones) Sullivan

Jun 5, 2024

Patricia “Pat” Sullivan, age 85 of Roseville, MN, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2024, and was surrounded by family in her last days.  She was a devoted sister, mother and grandmother, who spent much of her life caring for others.  Pat was incredibly proud of her beautiful family and anyone who had the honor of knowing her has felt...

Aaron Munn

Aaron Munn

Jun 3, 2024

Aaron went to Heaven on June 3, 2024 after a courageous battle with Friedreich's Ataxia, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Darrell and Elinor Munn; maternal grandparents, Lester and Dorothy Rock; and step-grandparents, Lowell and Rubye Bakken.

Survived by dad, Patrick; mom, Charlow (Wally) Bakken; siblings, Kevin, Anthony (Shannon), Allison (Matt) Reck; nieces and nephews,...

Daniel Joseph Wanless

Daniel Joseph Wanless

Jun 3, 2024

In Loving Memory of Daniel Joseph Wanless It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Daniel Joseph Wanless, at age 43. Daniel was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at 20 years old. Throughout his life, he struggled to maintain his health and last summer 2023 he went into a diabetic coma. Though he recovered, his health continued to...

Kathleen B. Schostag

Kathleen B. Schostag

Jun 1, 2024

Age 93 of Blaine, passed away on June 1, 2024. 

Preceded in death by husband, Fred; step-son, Fred Jr. 

Survived by daughter, Cheryl (Bob) Otterness; step-children, Brenda Schostag, Jay (Grace) Schostag, Joan (Tom) Ring, and Sandy (Tom) Seebold; grandson, Matthew (Nicole) Altringer; many other grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  

Funeral service 11:00 AM Friday, June 7 at MUELLER-BIES FUNERAL HOME-ROSEVILLE, 2130 N. Dale St...

Thomas William Sweigert

Thomas William Sweigert

Jun 1, 2024

Age 73, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2024. Preceded in death by parents, Wilbur & Ruby (née Nelson); and sister, Marilyn Bethke. Survived by wife, Paula (née Schierman); children, Steven, Joanna (Tony) Varda, Kathleen (Zaid) Jabbar, Richard, Mark; grandchildren Alexander, Elyse, Nicolas, and Maximilian Varda and Matthew, Jacob, Andrew, and Luke Jabbar; sister, Beth Retting; dozens of nieces,...